We're Here to Help 229: Muffin Beef & Vision Board Loophole (with Ophelia Lovibond)
Nov 12, 2025
This episode kicks off with a fun discussion about a baking deception to get a picky coworker to try delicious treats. Creative sting operations include planting fake orders of baked goods! Listeners also dive into the hilarious dilemma of avoiding morning vodka with grandma while sticking to a sobriety pledge, complete with clever tactics like using decoy bottles and non-alcoholic drinks. Plus, there's a light-hearted take on adjusting vision board goals when reality hits. It's a mix of laughs and relatable challenges!
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Minx Revival Frustration And Hope
- Jake and Gareth explain Minx's cancellation left the story unfinished and they were excited when Netflix revived it for a return.
- Jake describes wanting to see characters evolve into the 80s and lamented an abrupt stop in the show's arc.
Use Micro-Gifts To Show You Care
- Use Zelle to send spontaneous small gifts and meaningful micro-surprises to friends and family.
- Small monetary gifts can brighten someone's day and signal affection in a simple way.
Sting Test: Rebrand And Birthday Trap
- Test whether the refusal is personal by staging food from others: have someone else present your wife's baking as their own.
- Use a birthdays-and-favorites sheet so the office can request a coworker's favorite baked good and see if he eats it then.